It’s funny how our eating patterns tend to change with the seasons isn’t it? In the colder fall and winter months, we tend to gravitate toward rich, hearty comfort foods that seem to warm our souls as well as our bodies. Things like soups, stews, and plump roasts with starchy tubers and root veggies. In… Continue reading 5 Things I Love About my CSA
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Sprain vs Strain. What’s the Difference?
Sprains and strains are some of the most common injuries out there. In some cases they result from subjecting our bodies to higher and higher physical demands. Other times they stem from activities of normal daily living taking their toll on unfit bodies. Whatever the cause, sprain/strain injuries remain a persistent problem. The terms sprain… Continue reading Sprain vs Strain. What’s the Difference?
5 Affordable Additions to Your Home Gym
It has always been my opinion that everyone should have a dedicated place in their house to perform some sort of exercise. I prefer an actual home gym to a corner of your bedroom, but if a shared space is all you can muster, it’s better than nothing. But outfitting a home gym can not… Continue reading 5 Affordable Additions to Your Home Gym
Dental Floss for Your Spine
A dental visit carries a certain stigma with it, doesn’t it? First, the sterile smell of a medical facility induces a certain uneasiness. Then there’s the uncomfortable chair. And of course, it’s all punctuated by the high pitched, nerve-grating whir of that industrial drill. And that’s just the waiting room! You’re smart, though. You know… Continue reading Dental Floss for Your Spine
3 Things That Might Be Wrecking Your Health and How to Fix Them
A life of health and wellness is built on a foundation of good exercise habits and proper nutrition. But even when diet and exercise are locked in, there are other factors that might be adversely affecting your health. Here are 3 common problems that tend to creep up, and some simple solutions for each. Problem… Continue reading 3 Things That Might Be Wrecking Your Health and How to Fix Them
10 Great Finds at Aldi for Under 5 Bucks
When I hear people complaining that it costs so much to eat good food, I like to remind them that they can either invest in wellness now or spend on sickness later. Our food system is screwed up. I get that. What our ancestors grew up on is now labeled “organic” and gotten at a… Continue reading 10 Great Finds at Aldi for Under 5 Bucks
When is Dessert Not Dessert? When It’s Breakfast.
Who doesn’t love a great dessert once in a while? A good serving of sweetened carbs topped with a sugary sauce. Some glazed fruit tucked into pastry dough. Or maybe you prefer a thick, tall shake. You eat well most of the time, so allowing yourself the occasional indulgence shouldn’t be a problem, right? Right.… Continue reading When is Dessert Not Dessert? When It’s Breakfast.